The Charms of Holland & Belgium

On board this 8 day cruise, visit the vibrant bustling capital cities of Holland and Belgium. Sail the Dutch countryside overlooking UNESCO world Heritage listed windmills of Amsterdam.

Flow over the majestic Rhine River as you head towards Belgium largest Port of Antwerp. Visit the historical WW2 battleground of Arnhem, its iconic bridge - once where the British forces were captured. Tour the Airborne Museum Hartenstein, dedicated to the Battle of Arnhem in 1944.

Enjoy a orientation tour of Edam, a town renowned all over the world for its cheese. Afterwards, tour the fishing villages of Volendam before you explore the small fishing port where some local's residents still wear traditional Dutch costumes.

Price includes

Return economy flights from London,Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Other regional departures available from only £49 per person return
All internal airport transfers to and from the ship
Spacious accommodation on-board Europes most innovative cruise ships
Spectacular innovations like an indoor pool which transforms into a cinema at night
All on-board meals and a collection of highlight dinners at Reflections Restaurant with the option to enjoy a light lunch, al fresco on The Terrace
Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner
Complimentary tea and coffee on-board
Complimentary bottled water in your cabin, restocked daily
Enjoy an included shore excursion almost every day of your cruise, including UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites
A variety of on-board evening entertainment
First-class service from an English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides
Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi
Complimentary on-board bicycles
All port charges, airport taxes and transfer costs
All-on board tips

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Departure dates (7 - 7 night stays available)

from £ 1,395 pp

Jul 13, 2018

Sep 22, 2018

Departures from

Amsterdam

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Day 1 - Amsterdam

Return economy flights from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow or Edinburgh are included in the price of your holiday. Please call for details on other regional departures available from selected UK airports at a supplement from £49 per person. If youd prefer not to fly, return travel on the Eurostar is also available for an additional £49 per person. Welcome to Amsterdam, where youll be met and transferred from the airport to your Emerald Waterways Star-Ship. After boarding, enjoy some time at your leisure to explore Amsterdam. Renowned for its winding canal system, multitude of bicycles and cosmopolitan lifestyle, the Dutch capital is a wonderful beginning to your journey. Enjoy seeing the citys famed sights, visit world-class museums and relax in quirky cafés. This evening, join your fellow guests for dinner on board. Included meals: Dinner

Meals included: Dinner

Day 2 - Amsterdam

This morning you can decide to either enjoy a glass top canal boat tour through Amsterdams canals or join the EmeraldACTIVE guided bike tour. Return to the ship for your first day sailing through the Dutch countryside passing windmills and sailing through locks towards the Rhine River. Tonight the Captain will be delighted to host a gala dinner.

EmeraldACTIVE: Guided Bike Tour

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Dordrecht

This morning enjoy a guided tour of Dordrecht; the oldest city in Holland, before travelling to the Kinderdijk Windmills, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This unique collection of nineteen authentic 18th-century windmills is considered a Dutch icon throughout the world. Your afternoon is at leisure to relax on board or explore the city of Dordrecht further.

EmeraldPLUS: Visit to Kinderdijk Windmills

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Antwerp

This morning we arrive in Antwerp - Belgiums biggest port, positioned on the River Sheltz with a large harbour linking to the sea. As Belgiums second largest city, it has been pivotal in the countrys history of occupations and conquests. Home to the famous Baroque artist Pieter Paul Rubens, it attracts art lovers and diamond dealers from all over the world. Having been decimated during WWII, today the city is modern and organised, yet still retains an intriguing medieval heart. Enjoy the guided walking tour of the city centre, passing by its café-filled cobbled lanes, admiring the Renaissance Town Hall and the unique Gothic Cathedral of Our Lady, the symbol of Antwerp before passing through the charming 16th century inner yard, the Vlaeykensgang.

Discover More: Excursion to the medieval town of Bruges (extra expense)

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Maastricht

After a relaxing morning spent sailing through the Dutch waterways, arrive in Maastricht, Hollands oldest fortified city. Your city tour will provide you the opportunity to pass by many museums, churches, historical buildings, hidden alleys and squares. You will be amazed by all the different architecture found in the city, ranging from Roman excavations to the modern design of the Bonnefantenmuseum.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Arnhem

Arnhem is most famous for its great battle during World War II, its iconic bridge - the sight where the British forces were captured. Today you will tour the Airborne Museum Hartenstein which is dedicated to the Battle of Arnhem In 1944. The main building was the headquarters of the British command during the battle, and now houses exhibits of military uniforms and weapons.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - Hoorn

This morning you will arrive in Hoorn, which was once a base for the Dutch East India Company, making it a prosperous and powerful trading town. Today, this 13th century town is home to many listed buildings and the former Oostereiland prison. Once in Hoorn, you will be transferred by coach to Edam - a town known all over the world for its cheese, where you will enjoy an orientation walking tour. Afterwards, you will be taken on an orientation tour of the fishing village of Volendam, followed by free time for exploring the small fishing port and the old centre where some residents still wear traditional Dutch costume.

EmeraldPLUS: Clog Painting on board

EmeraldACTIVE: Guided Bike Tour in Hoorn

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 - Amsterdam

After breakfast, it is time to bid farewell to your fellow passengers and disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport and your onward or homebound flight. Your flight to London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow or Edinburgh is included in the price of your holiday. Please call for details on other regional departures which are available from selected UK airports at a supplement from £49 per person. Included meals: Breakfast

Meals included: Breakfast

Emerald Sky, Emerald Sun

Navigating the rivers Rhine, Main, Danube and Moselle; the Emerald Star, Sky, Sun, Dawn and Destiny can guide you through some of Europes most magical stretches of water and help you explore many of the continents most arresting and enchanting cities. The five sister vessels, boasting a modest capacity of 182 guests apiece, are all blessed with a selection of wonderful amenities and features.

At the very heart of every Star-Ship in the Emerald Waterways fleet is the Horizon Bar & Lounge. A contemporary, chic social space; the lounge is equipped with a comprehensively-stocked bar, skilled bartenders, help-yourself hot drinks facilities and a generous offering of plush seating and sofas. The Horizon Bar & Lounge is an ever-popular after-dinner retreat for guests looking to make new friends and share the days events with friends of old.

Dining aboard the five sister ships throughout a stay on the beautiful rivers of Europe provides an endless array of palate-pleasing sensations. From the Reflections Restaurant which offers a collection of highlight dinners during any given itinerary, to the chance to dine under the barmy European sky thanks to the Sun Decks Sky Barbecue; there are gastronomic offerings to suit every taste and every appetite.

The Sun Deck of the ships also boasts the wonderful retractable glass roof which provides seasonal protection for the pool, cinema and Riverview Lounge below. Whether you wish to undertake a few lengths before breakfast in the heated pool or enjoy a Hollywood classic in the cinema, this area of the ship is primed for relaxation when youve got a few upcoming hours of river navigation.

The Emerald Star, Sky, Sun, Dawn and Destiny all benefit from 72 generously-proportioned suites and 20 staterooms. Book the Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites, found on the Vista and Horizon Decks, and youll enjoy unparalleled views from the spacious private balconies a truly invigorating start to another day on Europes beautiful waterways.

Cruise provided by Emerald Waterways

One of Europe’s newest river cruise lines, Emerald Waterways operates its own fleet of custom-built Star Ships. Their spacious, stylish design has set a new benchmark for river cruising on Europe’s most scenic waterways.

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